Head of HSE & BCM Asia & Singapore

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.

JOB OBJECTIVE

Based in Singapore, this regional and national leadership role will shape and elevate HSE roadmaps and performance across various countries in Asia and with a special focus on Singapore and its various sites.

You will lead with influence at the highest levels, partnering with executives, engaging regulators, and driving a high-performance safety culture across our industrial manufacturing sites, and various facilities.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Regional role – Main areas

• Assess the areas of risks in Asia, propose and agree with the Region's Operation Director the appropriate plans and localization of resources, training plans to develop skills, as well as the appropriate HSE specific targets for the region.

• Ensure the cascading of Corporate function targets, information and request, and the sharing of best practices across the network of HSEs in Asia.

• Mentor and coach the HSE managers/coordinators to accelerate the development of their skills, and the transformation.

• Monitor with the HSE network the progress of the improvement plan and the KPIs in line with the annual HSE targets, favor the support of HSE managers by the Region & Country Management to implement the plan, alert the Operations Director on risks to deviate from targets, and support the elaboration of the action plan.

Country role – Main areas

• Define, implement and continuously improve the site and operational HSE strategy & program, in accordance with Thales Group and GBU standards and local regulatory requirements.

• Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications for relevant sites and activities, ensuring ongoing compliance with certification requirements, including ownership of HSE Chorus documents, timely closure of any corrective action stemming from audits (internal or external)

• Regularly assess compliance with all applicable occupational safety, health, and environmental regulations; develop and track mitigation plans for any identified gaps.

• Support regulatory compliance assessment of products (eg: REACH, RoHS, PFAS, hazardous substances, eco-design, energy, dismantling and end-of-life management)

• Collaborate with Industrial Operations, Engineering and other stakeholders to define eco-design needs, circular economy initiatives, substitution work, scope 3 reduction roadmap,

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define a CSR roadmap and manage implementation supporting the TT Protect 2030 objectives

Business Continuity Management

• Coordinate and deploy the BCM program (training, administration, exercise, monitoring) with functions and business units in Asia, and ensuring validity of the Business Impact Analysis, Business Continuity Plans, Emergency Response Plans, and Disaster Recovery Plans.

• Maintain close relationships with real estate and security Managers,

• Together with the Asia Security Manager, support the Crisis Management Team for response to unforeseen events that could lead to business disruptions.

SKILLS & WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven HSE leadership experience (oil & gas, manufacturing, industrial)

• Track record in leading HSE teams to deliver sustainable improvements in performance

• Proven success leading cultural transformation across multi-site operations

• Executive-level stakeholder engagement experience

• Deep experience in safety management systems and risk management

• Investigation and audit leadership capability

• Experience with ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 systems

• Strong data-driven decision-making

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related field

• Postgraduate qualifications and professional certifications are highly regarded

• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in health, safety, and environment management, preferably within Aerospace Industry

• Proven experience managing compliance with local, national, and international HSE regulations and standards

• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to workplace health, safety, environmental protection, product safety, and emergency management.

• Proficiency with HSE management systems and software tools.

• Project management skills for overseeing compliance initiatives and business continuity plans.

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